The Ultimate Decluttering Checklist: 100 Items to Get Rid of from Bedrooms!

Decluttering your bedroom can feel like a monumental task, It can make you feel overwhelmed! But don’t worry, we’re here to guide you through it, starting with your bedroom.

Let’s start by understanding that decluttering isn’t just about getting rid of stuff; it’s about creating a peaceful space that brings you joy. It’s about making a room that shows who you are and helps you feel calm and happy. The journey to this peaceful place begins with a simple but important step: saying goodbye to things that no longer have a purpose in your life.

The thought of sorting through years’ worth of belongings can be daunting, and that’s completely normal. But don’t worry – we’re here to help you every step of the way. We will help you navigate through it all. Starting with your bedroom, we’ll walk you through the process step by step, offering practical tips and gentle guidance along the way.

Quick Tips Before You Go Through Your Decluttering List:

(1) Set a Deadline:

No need to make things overly complicated but try starting by picking a special event that’s coming up as a goal – it could be a family member’s birthday, an anniversary, or even a holiday. And if nothing’s coming up, no worries! Just circle the 2nd Saturday of next month or that last Sunday of this month on your calendar – they work just as well. they work just as well.

This day becomes your deadline, guiding you and making sure new clutter doesn’t sneak back in and ruin your hard work.

(2) Use Three Containers:

As you sort through your belongings, you’ll undoubtedly come across items you definitely need, but you might be unsure about many others and whether to keep or discard them. Prepare three roomy containers labelled ‘Keep’, ‘Discard’, and ‘Donate’, then start placing items into their respective categories.

Now, let’s delve into a bit more detail. 

(3) Keep a List:

While you’re going through your belongings and putting them into these containers, make sure to jot down each item on paper or your device and place them in the appropriate category.

Wondering why?

Well, when you revisit your ‘Keep’ list a couple of days later, just before returning things to their places, you might realize that some items are better suited for the ‘Discard’ or ‘Donate’ box. 

This simple way makes the whole process smooth sailing, and believe me, you’ll be glad that you followed it.

Moreover, your list for items to ‘discard’ and ‘donate’ will be your secret weapon in the future, against those impulse purchases.

So, the next time you find yourself at the stores, refer to that list and you’ll recall that you’ve already waved goodbye to something similar and ask yourself the “do-I-really-need-this” question.

It’s a remarkably useful trick to prevent from buying things you don’t need. Trust me, the effort is well worth the payoff.

Now let’s get into the list and start decluttering your bedrooms.

Bedroom Decluttering Checklist

1. Unused furniture like a pouffe for the dressing table
2. Extra pillows/cushions
3. Old faded cushion and pillow covers
4. Old faded bed sheets
5. Never-used bed runner
6. Never-used and kept-rolled floor rugs
7. Old set of curtains
8. Curtain ties that you no longer use.
9. Non-working bedside table lamps
10. Candles
11. Vases
12. Non-working table clocks / wall clock
13. Random paper clutter on all surfaces
14. Miscellaneous items on the bedside table and desk
15. Random items under the bed
16. Random items stored above eye level.
17. Clothes that are uncomfortable or no longer fit.
18. Seasonal clothes that you haven’t worn for at least two seasons.
19. Cloths that you intended to repair or alter but never did.
20. Faded or pilled woollens
21. Torn scarves, caps, and hats.
22. Torn and loose socks and gloves.
23. Torn towels
24. Old handkerchiefs
25. Unused exercise clothes
26. Out-of-fashion expensive clothes that you no longer wear.
27. That cloths with a small dirty spot or damage that you thought you’d use for casual wear but never did.
28. Office wear that you haven’t worn since the pandemic.
29. Nightwear purchased on impulse that you no longer use.
30. Extra, unused or worn pieces of undergarments
31. Clothes you’ve been gifted but won’t ever wear.
32. Old, torn, or damaged wardrobe organizers
33. Uncomfortable and broken footwear.
34. Old and bent hangers
35. Uncomfortable and broken footwear.
36. Old, worn-out wallets or purses
37. Expired lotions and sunscreens
38. Unwanted cosmetics
39. Extra makeup brushes
40. Free samples that you’ll never use.
41. Complementary bathroom kits from hotel stays
42. Unused or broken jewellery
43. Single earrings from pairs
44. Scratched or unrepaired sunglasses
45. Hairbrushes
46. Empty jewellery containers
47. Impulse-bought face packs
48. Dried-out nail polish bottles.
49. Old and empty perfume bottles.
50. Unused organizers
51. Non-working hair dryers and their supplies
52. Outgrown clothing
53. Outgrown & uncomfortable footwear
54. Torn underwear
55. Torn and loose socks
56. Damaged sports wear
57. Outgrown or torn bedding and linens
58. Unwanted caps
59. Broken sunglasses & belts
60. Old swimwear and swimming rings
61. Broken or unused toys
62. Puzzles with missing pieces
63. Stuffed animals that are no longer loved
64. Old or broken small toys, like the ones from McDonald’s Happy Meal or other sources
65. Collection of friendship bands, pins, and stickers that no longer interest.
66. Unused or outgrown sports equipment like skates, rackets
67. Unused or broken musical instruments.
68. Broken electronics or gadgets
69. Old party decorations
70. Non-usable gifts & return gifts.
71. Books that are no longer of interest
72. Old school projects and assignments
73. School books of previous year
74. Art supplies, Crayons and markers that have dried out or are broken.
75. Damaged, extra and unneeded stationery 
76. Unused bin bags, not so necessary wall cabinets or racks.
77. Damaged organizers
78. Extra bags and back packs.
79. Wrappers of chocolates and Empty bags from chips
80. Old USB drives (Pl don’t forget to check data before you discard)
81. Non-functional and unworn watches
82. wall art
83. Amazon parcel boxes and bags that kids tend to keep.
84. Unused gift cards and coupons
85. Old gadgets like styluses, extra computer mouse or keyboards and unwanted fitness trackers
86. Outdated electronics like Non-functioning DVD players, computer monitor, gaming consoles, mobile phones
87. Unneeded cords & cables
88. Unneeded mobile chargers
89. Expired batteries
90. Unusable CDs/DVDs
91. Worn-out tools
92. Leftover party decorations and cards
93. Brochures and flyers you won’t need.
94. Excess, unused, or damaged luggage
95. Magazines and newspapers you’re done with
96. Unused exercise equipment/gear and yoga mats
97. Long-forgotten hobby items
98. Unused baskets
99. Broken or unusable home decor items
100. Old business cards (both yours and others)

Embrace the Journey to an Organized Haven with the Declutter Checklist

Creating a clutter-free home can transform your life, bringing a sense of peace and order. As you embark on this journey, remember that it’s a process that takes time and patience.

I hope these tips and the decluttering checklist assist you in your journey to a more organized and serene home. Remember, this is a list you should update regularly to maintain a clutter-free space.

If the extensive list of 100 items for the bedroom feels overwhelming, take a deep breath and start with one room.

As you gradually declutter, you’ll begin to experience a sense of tranquillity and harmony that will motivate you to tackle the rest of your living space.

Remember, decluttering isn’t just about discarding things – it’s about creating space for the things that truly matter and utilizing them to bring joy. This will instil a sense of peace in your haven. For additional ways to cultivate inner peace, you might find meditation practices beneficial.

Happy decluttering and enjoy the rewarding process of transformation!